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Evergreen Winter Holiday Songs

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Some things are eternal. Such as love, family or diamonds – depending on who you ask. However, there are artworks that transcend time. And although we can think of many different artworks that were left for humankind to admire throughout the centuries, we think that music is among the rare arts that speaks universal language. These are some of the evergreen winter holiday songs that always put a smile on our faces. Or – bring a cozy, warm feeling, especially during winter holidays. So, turn on the music, check out our New Year’s Parade promotion and enjoy!

Jingle Bells, 1960

Apart from being one of my favorites, Ella Fitzgerald’s interpretation of Jingle Bells deserves to be on our list as a true classic. Moreover, the song itself is widely known as a synonym for the Christmas atmosphere.

There is even a fun fact related to “Jingle Bells”. Apparently, this song (more precisely – its harmonica version) was the first song ever to play in outer space.

White Christmas, 1942

White Christmas shines with elegance. There is probably not a corner of this world where the song hasn’t been played. It even entered the Guinness World Records as the best-selling single of all time.

Bing Crossby at his best. Enjoy it!

The Christmas Song, 1946

The amazing, soothing voice of Nat King Cole and snowflake galore. That’s how I remember this evergreen song. Even the opening line about the chestnuts roasting on an open fire is suggestive enough to draws you to the winter scenery and warms everyone’s hearts.

Therefore, it is no wonder that this song made it to the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1974.

Let it Snow, 1948

Would there be Christmas without the voice of Frank Sinatra? I doubt it. The sounds of jazz and the hints of classy vibes he brings fill the air instantly. In case you wish to add a sparkle of the old Hollywood glamour, this song is the right choice.

Do you have a favorite winter holiday song?

What Not to Buy as a Gift for Christmas

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Christmas and gifts! There is rarely a person who does not like Christmas mornings. Although love is the ultimate Christmas gift you can give or receive this time of the year, there are alternatives. Casino Brango has prepared special CRYPTO PRESENTS this year, as part of our Christmas promotion. Alternatively, if you are one of the persons who likes browsing the stores, choosing and wrapping your own Christmas gift, or customizing the cards, you probably know in advance what to look for in a gift. This text is dedicated to all of us who are having difficulties choosing the right item.  What not to buy as a gift for Christmas is a short guide to avoiding bad choices. Good luck with Christmas shopping!

Make-Up

If you are a man trying to amaze your significant other, stay away from make-up. The only situation when you should consider buying any of the make-up and cosmetic products is when your lady actually leaves a note for you with exact details of a product she needs. In all other situations, it would be really difficult to choose the proper item. The same goes for perfumes. Unless, you know for certain she has set her eye on a particular one and desires to have it.

Video-games

We know that people have no difficulties identifying gamers. Especially, if they have one in a family. It is good to be able to recognize what someone’s preferences are. However, once you know this, you are only halfway through. The thing about gamers is that they are quite agile when it comes to following trends. This means that if there is a new game worth trying out, the chances are your dear gamer probably already has it.

Therefore, should you wish to really make a contribution to his or her world and surprise them with a gift they like, stay away from buying a video game. Consider buying a gift card for that store and enable them to choose for themselves.

Shoes

Shoes are simply very bad choice. The reason is that shoes make a large part of someone’s style. In order to make this purchase successful you would need to know not just someone’s size, but the entire style preferences. You should also keep in mind that the retailers say shoes are among the most frequently returned items after holiday.

If you are consistent in your wish to surprise your woman with a pair of classy shoes, we advise you to take her browsing the stores. Observe closely what she is looking for. Pay special attention if she sets her eyes on a particular pair.

Home Appliances

Holiday season is a great time of the year to shop for various gadgets and appliances because of sales and discounts. This is the right time to shop for a new TV, for example, or that new piece of furniture that you have been eyeing at for quite some time. However, buying a home appliance or a gadget for a present is a completely different thing.

Again, in order to make this present truly pleasantly surprising, you should know the person you are buying the present for quite well. And even then, the question remains whether that present would be accepted the way you would wish. It is always a good idea to make a gift more personal. Christmas present that tells the story is the right choice.

So, What Are My Choices?

It’s Christmas, and the best gifts you could give should come straight from the heart. Yes, love is the best choice, as always. There are many ways you can show your appreciation of the person you are buying the present for. Knowing someone means knowing what books they like to read, or what movies they like to watch. Alternatively, Christmas gifts could be symbolic and show that there is a bond between people. The best gifts should speak from the heart and say: “I know you and I am happy to be part of your life. Let’s continue making memories together.”

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Holiday blues

Should We Try Beating Holiday Blues and Overeating?

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As someone struggling with eating disorder, I can tell you that there are things far worse. Although, being addicted to food is not a walk in the park either. Holiday season is usually critical in this respect. World is full of people struggling on different levels with their own demons. Basically, lacking some love. However, should we try beating holiday blues, loneliness and overeating in the first place? Personally, between loneliness and overeating, I would always choose the latter.

What Comfort Food Can Do

It’s no news that junk food causes myriads of disorders. However, it is also difficult to distinguish what exactly we consider to be junk. Until recently, meat in all of its forms was a good source of protein. Nowadays, nutritionists usually recommend only lean meat, chicken and fish, mixed with fresh vegetables, etc. Often, many people are having difficulties organizing their daily routine to include healthy lunch, for example.

And so, they reach out for a quick fix. That’s what fast food does. It causes a chemical reaction that sends messages to your brain saying your needs have been satisfied. Nevertheless, this is usually not so. Or, more precisely, the fix you get is a short term one. Soon, your organism will dissolve all of the usable ingredients (mostly carbohydrates) and you will feel hunger at its bets.

Eating unhealthy food during longer periods of time causes hypertension, obesity, type 2 diabetes, stroke – just to name a few. This is all true and worrisome. And you maybe be asking yourself whether there is anything worse that stuffing yourself with unhealthy comfort food. Well, there is. So, maybe overeating during the holidays is not the number 1 reason for concern.

Loneliness

Loneliness

What Loneliness Does to You

It may come as a surprise, but roughly half of the US population feels lonely and isolated. Last year, a health insurance company Cigna conducted a research among 20,000 adults. The research showed that 56% of adults were surrounded with people with whom they had no close connections. Almost 40% od people claimed that their relationships weren’t meaningful, and that they felt isolated from others.

Social isolation is closely related to loneliness. We can be lonely for many reasons, but if we are socially excluded, the effects of loneliness become stronger. Why? A human is a social being. It is in our core to live in a group and to form bonds.

Furthermore, loneliness is worse than food addiction because it usually entails another type of unhealthy behavior. When you are feeling lonely, the chances are you would reach for a cigarette, or a drink, or too much work. All this can lead to nicotine addiction, alcoholism, exhaustion and further alienation from the society. If I am to choose between too much food or eating unhealthy on one hand and loneliness with its accompanying effects, I choose food.

What You Can Do to Stay Sane

First of all, we are all loved, and we should all make sure not to forget it. Then, in the spirit of true American altruism, the first thing you can do in order to lift off the weight of loneliness from your shoulders is to be kind to people. In case you are one of those individuals losing yourself in too much work, consider charity work. There is no better therapy.  Benefits are multiple. You will be able to experience self-worth. Additionally, this can bring few important realizations out to the open. Being confronted with people who are less fortunate does that.

Moreover, choose your friends wisely. If you do not feel close to people you are surrounded with, seek others. I know that nowadays it is all about being stronger, healthier, prettier, more popular, wealthier, having more acquaintances. As you already know, there is no substitute for quality. Try finding one person with whom you can have a meaningful conversation. Your life will change for the better.

Lastly (although this may be the most important advice), seek professional help. If you feel all the weight of the world has crumbled down on you, do not be ashamed or hesitate. Ask for help. There are professionals that can help you get control over your life.

How are you coping with loneliness and holiday blues?

    

Feeling well

Are You Feeling Well?

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We live in a society that is constantly telling us that well-being is the imperative. Are you feeling well? This is not just a rhetoric question. We should all ask ourselves about the quality of our lives. And I am not talking about the living standards, monthly incomes, accessible health care or anything similar. The thing is that well-being is so much more than being physically healthy.

What Well-Being Is

People usually mistake health with well-being. The thing is that there are many people experiencing well-being while fighting serious diseases, and vice versa. Probably, the closest term to well-being could be “spiritual (or mental) health”. I believe everyone knows at least one person who takes care of the physical health, exercises regularly and so on, but does not feel calm and satisfied. Stress can be a bugger.

On the other hand, individuals facing challenging periods in life sometimes find the inner strength to pull themselves through. Moreover, they find peace and joy not just within themselves, but in small things that surround them. Consequently, their minds can influence their bodies to certain extent. Maybe we should all practice this during holidays. Wellness is all around.

Some of the Ways to Start Achieving Well-Being

In order to start achieving spiritual well-being, and the strength of mind, we should all find purpose. Possibly, there is no better time than Christmas to start practicing gratitude, love and realization that life is about more than just us.

It is one thing to be kind to ourselves and find strength and will power to move forward, but quite another to empower someone else. This is one of the tasks we should accept and perform in order to be able to achieve spiritual wellness.

Achieving physical well-being seems more difficult than it actually is. If we say that striving for the balanced diet and putting your body in motion is a way to go, that would cause hesitation in many people. Most of you would probably think that it is easier said than done.

Nevertheless, exercising is a habit, like every other habit. But with special sprinkle on top. It causes a healthy addiction. The more you exercise, the more you would crave for exercising. Isn’t that beautiful? The one thing you have to do is simply – start and keep going.

This holiday season take care of yourselves and your loved ones. And think about the future and how to make it better, healthier and how to positively influence people around you.

Do not forget to let us know how you think wellness can be achieved.

Guilty pleasures

How to Balance Guilty Pleasures During the Holidays

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Holidays are all about guilty pleasures. Resisting another slice of pie is science fiction, if you ask me. This is the period of the year when we need some time to relax and enjoy. And it is debatable whether there is greater holiday joy than good food. How to balance guilty pleasures during the holidays is the question.

Think in Advance

Yes, holidays are there to let your hair down and stop thinking too much. However, sometimes, you need to think in advance. Let’s say you have a family dinner scheduled for the day, or a business gathering during lunchtime to celebrate, would you start your day with a heavy breakfast? Yes, if you wish to end up in a hospital.

Thinking in advance is beneficial, although it can be exhausting and boring. On the other hand, the benefits of thinking in advance include more balanced lifestyle. If we are talking about holidays, this small change in your daily routine can boost your energy levels. That was, you would be more willing to participate in conversations or watching movies without falling asleep.

Think in advance and remember that although food can provide quick satisfaction, balancing your meals can provide for so much more. Holidays should be about sharing pleasant moments with your loved ones and enjoying the exchange of ideas and games.

Enjoy the Food with This Little Trick

Nobody expects you to be on a diet when holidays come. Naturally, we all love to eat delicious food during festive periods. If you cannot bring yourself to think in advance and plan your meals, there is a small trick that you can try out. This one should give you a chance to indulge in guilty pleasures without remorse.

Namely, the nutritionists have proved that our brains need about 20 minutes to recognize the fact that we are full. Therefore, once you start thinking that you are on the verge of overindulging, stop and wait for 20 minutes. If after that time, you still feel hungry, go ahead and eat your heart out without any guilt!

Leave the Best for Last

The most delicious treats and guilty pleasures are usually the least healthy ones. Therefore, this advice is closely related to the first one and planning your meals in advance. The advice every nutritionist would share is to eat your healthy meals first and then treat yourself with whatever you want. As long as you have the 20-minutes rule in mind, you will be on the safe side.  Our bodies have amazing self-regulating mechanisms. It is all about learning how to recognize the messages it sends.

Above all, have fun! Furthermore, start exploring new ways to have fun. Food is good, but it is not the only fun that holidays can provide. Who knows? Maybe this holiday season will bring new perspectives, and you will discover new pleasures in life. Whatever you do, stay safe!

Let us know about your favorite guilty pleasures during holidays.